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Sangasugawara Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sangasugawara Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sangasugawara Shrine has been following a worrying close call in Heguri Midorigaoka 6 chome on April 10, 2026 at 16:40, when a black bear came down from the hill beside the pond and got to about 5 meters away before the witness shouted it off and the bear ran away. That is the most recent encounter in this area, and it shows how close these bears are getting to people.
The busiest parts of this bear zone have been around Kizugawa City, Kyotanabe, Seika, and Ikoma, with activity surging in November 2025 and staying active through December 2025 and January 2026. This area has recorded 44 black bear sightings in all, and the pattern points to repeated reports along roads, parks, and the edges of town rather than a single isolated spot.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sangasugawara Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sangasugawara Shrine?
Sangasugawara Shrine has recorded 44 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Sangasugawara Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Sangasugawara Shrine was on January 20, 2026 in Kizugawa City, Kyoto, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sangasugawara Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Sangasugawara Shrine have been concentrated in Kizugawa City (4), Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome (4), Kizugawa Yamashirocho-Tsubai (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sangasugawara Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sangasugawara Shrine?
Sangasugawara Shrine is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.